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There are no surprise cuts in this bunch. Robertson is the only one with big league experience, having appeared in 42 games over the last two seasons with the Twins. He'll give the Nationals some Triple-A depth. Sun, Mar 9, 2014 09:30:00 AM

Nationals sent LHP Tyler Robertson outright to Triple-A Syracuse.

Robertson cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week. The 25-year-old appeared in two games with the Twins this year and had a 3.04 ERA over 47 appearances at the Triple-A level. Mon, Nov 25, 2013 04:07:00 PM

Nationals designated LHP Tyler Robertson for assignment.

Robertson, 25, was claimed off waivers from the Twins in June and didn't throw a pitch for the Nationals. Between the two organizations he posted a 3.04 ERA in 47 1/3 innings in 2013. The move cleared space on the Nationals' 40-man roster. Wed, Nov 20, 2013 08:02:00 PM

Nationals claimed LHP Tyler Robertson off waivers from the Twins, assigned him to Triple-A Syracuse.

Robertson has control issues, but he's struck out over a batter per inning at Triple-A and in his brief time with the Twins. He's not a bad depth add for a club lacking left-handed relief depth. Fri, Jun 7, 2013 01:44:00 PM

Nationals manager Matt Williams said that Jayson Werth (shoulder) will be limited early on in spring training.

Werth underwent surgery in early January to repair the AC joint in his right shoulder. The original timeline called for 2-3 months of rehab time and he's currently a little over six weeks into the process. He's aiming to be ready for Opening Day, but it's going to be close.

Nate McLouth (shoulder) expects to be ready for the beginning of the 2015 regular season.

And he could start in left field on Opening Day if Jayson Werth (shoulder) isn't ready. McLouth underwent surgery last August to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. He's nearly up to speed with the other position players in Nats camp this spring.

Nationals outfield prospect Brian Goodwin will be monitored in camp after having surgery on his left (non-throwing) shoulder late last season.

It doesn't sound like anything that might put his availability for Opening Day in question. Goodwin, 24, is set to return to Triple-A to start the season after struggling in his first go-round at the level in 2014 with a .219/.342/.328 batting line.

He's now set to throw three bullpen sessions per week over the next four weeks. "It's great. It's a good feeling because it's been over a year since I've been on the mound," Davis said. "It's a major milestone for me, but I understand that the work is not done. I'm going to keep working hard on the field." Davis likely won't be game-ready until around midseason. He can aim for a September call-up.